Stomis termitiformis
(Van Dyke, 1926)
Stomis termitiformis is a of ground beetle in the Carabidae, described by Van Dyke in 1926. The specific epithet "termitiformis" suggests a resemblance to in form or habit. It is recorded from the western United States and British Columbia, Canada.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Stomis termitiformis: /ˈsto.mis tɛrˌmɪ.tɪˈfɔr.mɪs/
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Habitat
Woodland environments, based on -level and epithet suggesting association with decaying wood or colonies.
Distribution
Western North America: United States and British Columbia, Canada.
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Etymology
The "termitiformis" combines "" with Latin "-formis" (shaped), indicating resemblance to termites. This may refer to body shape, coloration, or ecological association with termite colonies or decaying wood.